I should ‘most definitely’ stay as NSW coach: Daley
Laurie Daley insists he is the right man to coach NSW in 2026 after his comeback State of Origin series ended in capitulation.
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‘Big Papa’ answers Slater’s SOS with calm Origin outing
From sleeping on a hospital chair to lifting the State of Origin shield on enemy territory, Queensland's Josh Papali'i has had a busy couple of weeks.
‘I get tingles’: NSW halves on cusp of cementing legacy
NSW halves Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary have the chance to cement their State of Origin legacy by winning a decider together for the first time.
‘We call him Xavier Haas’: Broncos beast shows fangs
When Brisbane lost Thomas Flegler to the Dolphins, they needed a forward to step into the breach and Xavier Willison is proving to be that man.
Kerr unsure of Dolphins future despite Origin call-up
Dolphins prop Josh Kerr opens up on his contract limbo status, despite being in the Queensland squad for the State of Origin decider.
Queensland stun NSW to reign in State of Origin arena
Queensland have beaten NSW 24-12 in Sydney to win back the State of Origin shield and complete one of the Maroons' most unlikely series comebacks.
Maroons rise for Munster with magic and muscle
After the tragic loss of Cameron Munster's father, the Queensland side delivered for their captain with a 24-12 win for the ages in the State of Origin decider.
Déjà Blu: Daley’s new era begins with same old story
Laurie Daley's comeback State of Origin series has played out similarly to the 2017 series that proved the end of his first stint as NSW coach.
Bold call vindicated as Dearden man of Origin series
Queensland halfback Tom Dearden has been awarded the Wally Lewis Medal after inspiring the Maroons to an unlikely win in the State of Origin decider.
Emotions bubble up for Captain Courageous Munster
Grief stricken Cameron Munster and his coach Billy Slater embraced and shed tears after Queensland's stunning 24-12 win in the State of Origin decider.
‘No words’ but Slater knows what Munster is feeling
Billy Slater says Queensland must lift for Cameron Munster as the captain prepares to play in the State of Origin decider days after his father's death.
NRL team media officer admits drink driving after crash
A media officer's drunken crash made her the third person linked to the same NRL team to be charged with drink or drug driving in the past 10 months.
Broncos veteran back from injury to tackle Titans
Brisbane utility Ben Hunt has recovered from a hamstring injury and will return from a two-month layoff against Gold Coast.
Blues carry big-game edge into State of Origin decider
Penrith's premiership dynasty and victory in the 2024 decider have handed the Blues a significant advantage headed into the State of Origin finale.
Dogs cop fresh blow as Ciraldo makes halves call
Canterbury have lost Marcelo Montoya for up to six weeks with a neck injury, while Toby Sexton and Matt Burton have been reunited in the halves.
Titans usher in ownership, team changes before Broncos
Gold Coast welcome back David Fifita and Jayden Campbell from injury to play Brisbane, as Titans co-owner Darryl Kelly sells his stake in the club.
Blues out to avoid repeat of stop-start Perth contest
NSW want more ball in play in the State of Origin decider and say it's on them to clean up their act and create a free-flowing game in Sydney.
Daley gets boost as duck-breaking decider chance looms
Brian To'o and Payne Haas have both been declared fit for State of Origin III, as NSW attempt to help Laurie Daley to his first series win in 11 years.
Why Lachlan Galvin doubts won’t faze Bulldogs coach
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has come out in defence of the Bulldogs' plan for using highly prized mid-season recruit Lachlan Galvin.
‘A few tears’: Broncos give prop NRL debut after toil
Brisbane will give prop Ben Talty an NRL debut and have recalled veteran centre Delouise Hoeter for the clash with Canterbury after injuries to key men.
‘I replied with an F-bomb’: Papalii to rock for Maroons
It's been a big week for recalled Queensland prop Josh Papalii after he welcomed son Jeremiah into the world and got a stunning call from Billy Slater.
Broncos stand by ‘legend’ after drink-driving charge
Brisbane Broncos legend Steve Renouf has apologised for "unacceptable" drink-driving after being allegedly caught at nearly four times the legal limit.
Nathan Cleary asks NRL to sort out scheduling quirk
Penrith could not play their five NSW stars on a recent trip to Auckland and halfback Nathan Cleary hopes that kind of fixturing can be avoided in future.
Eels turn tables on Sharks in NRLW season opener
Parramatta caused the first upset of the new NRLW season in the opening game with a slim win over last year's grand finalists Cronulla.
One year on, Eels star erases NRLW injury nightmare
Rueben Cherrington had extra reason to be fiercely motivated going into the NRLW season opener. It was her first NRLW game since round one last year.
Josh Papalii could play against Raiders in 2026
Canberra great Josh Papalii has left open the possibility of continuing in the NRL next year at another club as he prepares to make a call on his future.
Bulldogs’ halves puzzle solved with playmaker’s exit
Canterbury's halves puzzle has been solved as Toby Sexton signs with a rival, paving the way for Lachlan Galvin to start.
Cordner wants Yeo to feel what only he has in 20 years
If Isaah Yeo gets to lift the Origin trophy after Wednesday's decider he will join a very exclusive club indeed.
Grant puts Origin No.9 bogey to bed ahead of decider
Harry Grant claimed his first State of Origin win as a starting hooker in Perth and the Maroons' new-look spine has him believing the decider can be his second.
Marshall defends Wests Tigers’ latest roster gamble
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has addressed the club's controversial call to allow a second local product to walk from the club mid-season.
Papenhuyzen scratching adds to Storm’s backline issues
Jonah Pezet's long-awaited NRL comeback will come starting in Melbourne's halves after Ryan Papenhuyzen's calf tightness caused more headaches for the Storm.